139 ERIN AND AZRA 2

The cool breeze suddenly shifted into a sultry one for Azra after hearing Erin's suggestion. 

Beads of perspiration dropped from the sides of his neck as he imagined the possible scenario in the cabin. 

"It is a taboo in this land for a single man and woman to be alone in a residence especially at night."

He answered her, hoping she could see why what she is requesting is impossible for him.

Erin's excited countenance quickly changed into a sullen one as he heard his response.

"I see. I guess I will really just face this strange land by myself then." 

She heaved out a sigh as she stared at the setting sun.

Azra pressed his lips together and grimaced.

'She has a point. I could not leave her alone in the mountains. It is probably what Zoe meant when she requested him to keep her out of harm's way.'

He faced Erin again and gave her another option.

"Or I could probably stay outside until everything's clear."